KWR Stock Analysis: Buy, Sell, or Hold?
KWR - Quaker Houghton
$163.02
-1.81 (-1.10%)
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5d:
-4.51%
30d:
+9.54%
90d:
+17.17%
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LOW Confidence
Analysis Updated: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM ET
Earnings: Jul 30, 2026
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Bottom Line:
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KWR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
âšī¸ NEUTRAL: KWR is fairly priced but lacks strong directional signals. At 1.7% expected growth, valuation appears fair. Wait for clearer setup or better entry on dips.
Long-Term Wealth Forecast (2031)
Based on Analyst Consensus Growth & Historical Valuation
0% (Stagnation)
50% (Hyper Growth)
EST. PRICE IN 2031
$273.12
Based on 12.1% avg growth
INTRINSIC VALUE TODAY
$169.59
3.9% Margin of Safety
How this is calculated: We use a Growth Decay Model: starting with analyst consensus growth (adjusted above) and gradually slowing it down to a long-term terminal rate (4%) by Year 5. This provides a more realistic valuation than assuming constant hyper-growth. We then apply a 16.5x Exit PE.
In-depth Analysis How we analyze
Valuation Analysis: KWR is currently trading at $163.02, which is considered fair relative to its 30-day fair value range of $151.82 to $169.66. The stock's valuation (Forward PE: 17.3) is in line with its historical norms (16.5). At these levels, the market is pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth. This growth rate appears achievable given the company's track record, suggesting the valuation is rational.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.12. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 35/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $189.71 (+16.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Technical Outlook: Technically, KWR is in a strong uptrend. The price is currently testing key support at $162.12. A bounce from this level would confirm strength, while a break below could signal further downside.
Market Sentiment: KWR scores 35/100 on our bottoming-setup gauge. Note this measures entry quality, not trend direction — a low score can mean the chart is extended after a strong run (don't chase) or still falling without stabilization; better entries typically come after a pullback toward the 20-day average. Wall Street analysts see significant upside, with an average price target of $189.71 (+16.4%). Current signals suggest waiting for a better entry point before initiating new positions.
Quick Decision Summary
Current Position
FAIR
Historical Trading Range
$151.82 -
$169.66
Company Quality Score
49/100
(HOLD)
Volume Confirmation
HIGH
Confidence Score
48.6%
All Signals
- NEUTRAL: Price in fair range
- BEARISH: Weak technical setup (35/100)
- BULLISH: High volume confirmation
- BULLISH: Trading below Wall St target ($189.71)
- NEUTRAL: Market pricing in 1.7% annual earnings growth - fairly valued
- WARNING: Composite score 49/100 in the bottom quintile â this cohort historically lags the market
Trading Range Analysis
30-Day Trading Range
$151.82 -
$169.66
Current vs Trading Range
FAIR
Support & Resistance Levels
Support Level
$162.12
Resistance Level
$175.14
Current Trend
Strong Uptrend
Technical data as of
Aug 21, 2026
Fundamental Context
Forward P/E (Next Year Est.)
17.32
Wall Street Target
$189.71
(+16.4%)
Revenue Growth (YoY)
10.2%
Earnings Growth (YoY)
54.8%
Profit Margin
5.0%
Valuation Premium vs History
+1.7% premium
PE vs Historical
17.3 vs 16.5
FAIR
Market-Implied Price Targets
If current PE multiple persists
Implied Growth (YoY):
+1.7%
(market-implied from PE analysis)
1-Year Target
$165.79
(+2%)
2-Year Target
$168.61
(+3%)
3-Year Target
$171.48
(+5%)
3-Yr Target (if PE normalizes)
(PE: 17â17)
PE COMPRESSION
$163.35
(+0%)
Earnings growth offset by PE compression
3-Year Scenarios
Using analyst projected EPS growth
Bull:
(PE: 20.1, Growth: 20.2%)
$328.09
(+101%)
Base:
(SPY PE: 17.3, Growth: 20.2%)
$283.14
(+74%)
Bear:
(PE: 14.7, Growth: 20.2%)
$240.67
(+48%)
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Valuation based on Current Earnings
RECOVERY PLAY: Stock looks expensive now (30x PE), but valuation improves significantly next year (17x PE) as earnings recover.
Trailing PE: 29.54 | Current EPS (TTM): $5.58
Bull Case
$305.83
(+88%)
Analyst growth 68.7%, PE expands to 32.5
Base Case
$278.02
(+71%)
Market implied 68.7%, PE stable at 29.5
Bear Case
$112.08
(-31%)
Severe decline -20.0%, PE contracts to 25.1
These are projections based on PE multiples and EPS growth scenarios, not predictions. Actual results may vary significantly.
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Last updated: August 22, 2026 4:00 PM ET
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